Date: Saturday, August 20th, 2022 from 1pm - 2:30pm EST

Format: 90-minute virtual webinar

Cost: $75

1.5 CE Credits offered for Ohio Counselors.

CSWMFT Approval #RCX072201

Session Description: Over the past few years, kink culture and BDSM practices have become more prevalent in the mainstream culture. With an estimated 10% of adults engaging in some form of kink or BDSM, mental health professionals must be prepared to effectively support this unique population. This engaging session provides a frank exploration into the worlds of kink and BDSM culture to help professional counselors deconstruct stigma, understand the role of consent, learn kink-affirming and sex positive interventions, and differentiate between violence and BDSM practices.

Learning Objectives:

Objective 1: Attendees will obtain a deeper understanding of critical topics related to kink and BDSM (i.e., role of consent)

Objective 2: Attendees will learn specific kink-affirming and sex-positive strategies for counseling individuals who engage in BDSM practices.

Objective 3: Attendees will be able to differentiate between violence and BDSM practices